Shruti Gholap on Playing Sumati in Jamai No.1: ‘Daily Soaps Build a Deep Emotional Connection with the Audience’
Shruti Gholap, who essays the role of Sumati in Zee TV’s popular show
Jamai No.1 produced by Prateek Sharma and Parth Shah’s Stuido LSD, is
winning hearts with her grounded performance. In an exclusive
conversation, the talented actress opens up about the challenges of
television, the emotional bond actors form with their characters, how
she handles feedback—both online and at home—and what audiences can
expect from her character in the upcoming track.
Talking about the television industry’s demanding nature, Shruti shares,
“TV is a very demanding medium, no doubt.
The schedules are hectic, but
the beauty of daily soaps lies in how they create a constant emotional
connect with viewers. When audiences see you every day, they start
feeling like they know you personally.”
Shruti believes that a strong emotional connection between the actor and
their character is essential. “When you live a character day in and day
out, their emotions become your own. That emotional involvement is
visible on screen, and sometimes, viewers start imitating or idealising
those traits.
That’s a big responsibility.”
Shruti says that the most genuine feedback she receives is from her
parents. “My family is brutally honest when it comes to my work. Their
appreciation means the world to me. My parents notice the nuances of my
performance, and their encouragement keeps me going.”
While appreciation from fans is uplifting, social media can also be a
harsh place. Shruti admits, “Trolling and negativity are part of the
package. I’ve learned to not let it affect me. If there’s constructive
criticism, I take it. But unnecessary negativity? I just ignore it. I
don’t believe in giving energy to things that disturb my peace.”
Giving a sneak peek into what’s ahead, Shruti reveals, “The upcoming
track will be very engaging. Sumati’s character will face some emotional
and moral dilemmas, which will test her strength. There will also be
major twists that will impact the entire family dynamic.”